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Lancer Systems L5AWM Hybrid Translucent Magazines - Will They Get You Killed?

Lancer Systems L5AWM Hybrid Translucent Magazines – Will They Get You Killed?

The goal was to find an AR magazine that might last longer or be more durable. The idea being that you couldn’t replace them during a ban if they quit working.

Space Force in Your Pocket: Full Review of the Vortex Fury HD 5000 AB

Space Force in Your Pocket: Full Review of the Vortex Fury HD 5000 AB

I’ll say at the outset that the title of this review is a lie. In order to do a “full review” of the new Vortex Fury binos, I’d need a lot more copy space than my editor is going to give me. The Vortex Fury HB 5000 AB is so loaded with features and functionalities [...]

Gen III Law Tactical Folding Stock Adapter - Is the Juice Worth the Squeeze?

Gen III Law Tactical Folding Stock Adapter – Is the Juice Worth the Squeeze?

When it comes to making your AR-15 or AR-10 more compact, there is a solution… …the Gen III Law Tactical Folding Stock Adapter. The answer to shortening your AR platform for ease of transportation and concealment.

A Young American Goes to War: The M1 Rifle

A Young American Goes to War: The M1 Rifle

The man survived the Longest Day to advance with the Allied vanguard. A product of the Mississippi backwoods and a survivor of the Great Depression, this tough teenager found that he had a knack for soldiering.

Ruger LCR – Die-Hard Smith Fan Takes it for a "Spin"

Ruger LCR – Die-Hard Smith Fan Takes it for a “Spin”

Those who have followed my writing over the years will, no doubt, remember that I am a self-avowed Smith J-frame addict. That being said, more than one friend has encouraged me to take a serious look at Ruger’s little LCR. This assignment was just the nudge I needed.

Side Charger on a Budget? Devil Dog Concepts M-TAK Side-Charging Handle Kit (Full Review)

Side Charger on a Budget? Devil Dog Concepts M-TAK Side-Charging Handle Kit (Full Review)

If you want the fun of a side-charger without spending the time or money on a new receiver, the Devil Dog Concepts side charging system is the way to go.

Q's NEW 8.6 BLK

Q’s NEW 8.6 BLK

What the hell is 8.6 Creedmoor? It’s the .338 Federal, right? No. Similar, but no. It’s the result of a collaboration between Q and Hornady, and it promises to be interesting.

Tied Down- The How, What, and Why of dummy-cording

Tied Down- The How, What, and Why of dummy-cording

Have you ever heard the deafening thud of $13 000 hitting the cold, hard earth? I have…

Stateside Radicalized Green-on-Green:  Major Nidal Hasan & the FN Five-seveN

Stateside Radicalized Green-on-Green: Major Nidal Hasan & the FN Five-seveN

There’s a curious logical order to an execution in Information Age America. We can’t help but be fascinated.

The Everyman’s Revolver: The Taurus 856 Defender Is a Classic Design at a Great Price (Full Review)

The Everyman’s Revolver: The Taurus 856 Defender Is a Classic Design at a Great Price (Full Review)

The 856 Defender isn’t a perfect revolver, but like many Taurus products, it lives in a nice middle ground between bargain bin and custom Gucci. It’s light (but not too light), well-built, reliable, reasonably priced, and accurate enough to get the job done. It’s the everyman’s revolver, I wouldn’t hesitate for a second to carry it.